For the dog who knows the words and ignores them
Basic Foundations
Sit, down, place, heel and a recall that actually works — taught in the order that makes each one stick.
For the dog who knows the words but ignores them the moment something more interesting happens.
Built on 10,000+ dogs trained in person
K9 Academy · 15+ years · Toronto, Canada
“My GSD went from dragging me to walking beside me in 4 days. The off-leash work built on that perfectly.” — Marcus T.
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Dogs trained in person
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Years experience
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The problem
Why Most Dogs Ignore Commands They Already Know
If any of these sound familiar, this course was built for you.
“He knows sit. He just doesn't do it when it matters.”
In the kitchen with a treat in your hand, he's perfect. At the door, on the street, with a guest in the house — it's like he's never heard the word. That gap is the whole problem, and it isn't fixed by repeating the command louder.
“Walks are a tug of war.”
You've tried the harness, the head collar, stopping every time he pulls. Your shoulder still hurts and he still hits the end of the leash the second you step outside.
“The doorbell turns him into a different dog.”
Barking, jumping, a scramble to grab the collar, and an apology to whoever's standing there. You've started meeting people outside instead.
“I've watched hours of videos and nothing has stuck.”
One video says treats, the next says corrections, the next says ignore it. Random tips don't add up to a plan, and a dog can tell when you don't have one.
Basic Foundations gives you the exact system — in the order it has to happen in. Step by step. No guessing.
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The curriculum
What you’ll actually learn
Followed in order. Each one builds on the last, which is the part random videos can never give you.
Clicker training and marker timing
Sit, down and place
Leash walking without the pulling
Recall you can rely on
Socialization done properly
Duration, distance and distraction
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What’s included
What’s inside Basic Foundations
Every piece of it included in the one payment.
Video modules
Video Modules
“Every command, filmed in the order it has to be taught.”
- Clicker training and marker timing
- Sit, down and place
- Leash walking without the pulling
- Recall you can rely on
- Duration, distance and distraction
★★★★★
“My GSD went from dragging me to walking beside me in 4 days.” — Marcus T.
Included in the course
Books & guides
Books & Guides
“The written system behind every module.”
- The Ultimate Leash Walking Guide
★★★★★
“My lab finally walks beside me. Game changer.” — Sarah K.
$29.99Included in the course
Worksheets & checklists
Worksheets & Checklists
“Track it, or you are guessing.”
- The Confidence Checklist
- Printable drill sheets for every module
- Weekly progress trackers
★★★★★
“Finally a checklist that actually works.” — Maria T.
$29.99Included in the course
What’s inside
Follow it in order. Each lesson builds on the one before it — and 1 is free to watch right now.
01Foundations
- ▶Loading The ClickerFree preview3 min
- Rules For Applying Rewards4 min
- Place Bed Sizing1 min
02The Core Commands
- Teaching Sit7 min
- Teaching Down3 min
- Teaching Place6 min
- Teaching The Come Command7 min
- Down Command — Adding A Prong Collar4 min
03Duration, Distance and Proofing
- Down With Duration4 min
- Adding Down And Duration10 min
- Adding Distance3 min
- Proofing The Sit Command — Distance And Duration8 min
Social proof
What owners are saying
Real results from real dog owners.
Marcus T.✓ Verified
German Shepherd · Calgary, AB
★★★★★
“The leash walking guide alone was worth 10x the price.”
“My GSD went from dragging me to walking beside me in 4 days. The off-leash work built on that perfectly.”
Sarah K.
★★★★★
“My lab finally walks beside me. Game changer.”
Real feedback
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What people are sending us @k9academyto
the leash walking chapter alone was worth it. my arm doesn't hurt after walks anymore lol
hey anesh just wanted to say the leash walking section alone fixed our walks. rocky used to pull so hard my shoulder hurt. day 3 and he's walking loose leash. haven't even started the ecollar stuff yet
day 3 and my dog walked past a german shepherd without reacting. day THREE
ok update — 2 weeks in and my wife actually WANTS to walk Luna now. haven't seen that in a year
Michelle K. commented: showed my vet the progress videos and she asked where I got the books. sending her the link
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ok so we did our first off leash walk today at the ravine near our house. milo came back EVERY time. i actually cried lol. we've had him 3 years and i never thought this was possible
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Questions
Frequently asked questions
Is this right for my dog?
Yes. The system works for all breeds and ages. Whether you have a puppy or an adult dog, it builds on-leash skills first and then progresses. The foundation is the same regardless of breed, size or temperament — start with the track that matches the problem you actually have.
Do I need an e-collar?
Only for off-leash work. The foundations work without one. Where an e-collar genuinely helps — off-leash reliability at distance — the course walks you through a safe, fair introduction step by step, so you understand exactly how to use one before it ever goes on your dog.
How long until my dog is reliable?
Most owners see noticeable results within a few weeks, usually on the leash first. Full off-leash reliability is a month or two of consistent work. Reactivity is measured in months, and anyone promising faster is selling something.
Is this just a book, or is there video?
Video. The courses are filmed lessons in sequence — real dogs, real streets, a real trainer — with the drills written out so you can watch it done and then follow along. The written guides back them up.
What if it doesn't work for my dog?
You're covered by our 30-day money back guarantee. Work through it, and if it hasn't moved the needle, email info@k9academy.ca for a full refund. No hoops, no hassle, no risk.
Basic Foundations
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